Without giving away any X’s and O’s, Colorado sophomore tailback Brian Lockridge said Buffaloes fans “are going to be in for a treat” when they see the way he is utilized Sunday evening in the season opener against Colorado State.

“I’m just going to try to do the best I can to help the offense,” said Lockridge, a 5-foot-7, 170-pound Californian who redshirted in 2008 while a sports hernia healed.

“I just want to contribute points to the board. I’ve been out so long, I’m anxious to get back in for the first game.”

Lockridge led the Buffs in per-carry rushing yards (5.6) in 2007. He did not catch a pass until the Independence Bowl but figures to be a prime target this season.

“We’re going to spread out the defense any way we can,” Lockridge said.